Ingredients

  • 2 lb. boned and skinned chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • 3/4 c. milk
  • 2/3 c. masa harina or cornmeal
  • 3 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
  • 1 tsp. dried whole oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. red pepper
  • 3/4 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • creamy green salsa

Method

  • Combine chicken and milk. Set aside.
  • Combine masa harina and next 7 ingredients. Combine flour and black pepper in a separate bowl.
  • To coat chicken, dip milk soaked pieces first in flour, back in milk and then in masa harina mixture.
  • Place on wax paper. Freeze for at least 4 hours.
  • Place frozen chicken fingers on a lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 30 minutes or until crisp.
  • Serve chicken fingers with creamy green salsa.
  • Yields 8 servings.